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The tools that keep your small business organised

Running a small business often means juggling many roles at once. You might spend your morning replying to customers, your afternoon updating inventory, and your evening sending invoices. Without the right systems, this constant switching can lead to mistakes and lost time. Staying organised is...

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Dartmoor guesthouse targets new visitors with spa upgrade thanks to Start Up Loan from British Business Bank

Ramblers Nikki and Terry Hirst have used a loan from the British Business Bank’s Start Up Loans programme to bring a touch of luxury to their Dartmoor guesthouse.

The couple, who run the Ramblers’ Rest in Princetown and are in their 50s, have been able to splash out on a 14-ft hot spa pool to help revive and rejuvenate weary travellers.

Lucky guests can now immerse...

Azets announces new Plymouth office and growth ambitions

Plymouth, 27th March 2024: Following a period of significant growth, Azets in Plymouth has expanded to a new office. The new space at Salt Quay House will become one of Azets’ flagship offices, as the Plymouth office aims to double the teams’ headcount within the next three years.

The UK Top 10 accountancy firm opened its doors in Plymouth in July 2022, with just two partners. Since...

Auctioneer studying Asian art

Collection of beautiful Asian art to feature in Chilcotts April auction

A splendid collection of Asian ceramics, furniture and paintings from China and Japan will go under the hammer at Chilcotts Auctioneers on April 13.

The Damien Parsons Collection was gathered by one man over many decades, sourced from exhibitions and other collections. A dedicated lover of the visual art, Parson’s interest was sparked early on after he and his wife, celebrated poet...

The essential role of robot covers in enhancing durability and efficiency of robots

The adoption of robot covers in modern manufacturing facilities is becoming increasingly vital as the trend towards robotization and automation accelerates globally. Robot covers are essential for maintaining the operational life and efficiency of industrial robots, which are often subjected to harsh working conditions. Protecting these robots from detrimental factors like thermal radiation,...

Plymouth charity receives fundraising boost from city law firm Womble Bond Dickinson

Lawyers from international law firm Womble Bond Dickinson (WBD) have presented a cheque for more than £13,000 to the firm's Plymouth office charity partner, Promoting Children in Plymouth (PCiP), following a two-year fundraising drive.

PCiP is a project of The Plymouth Drake Foundation, which aims to eradicate the social injustice, ill-health and misery caused by child poverty in the...

Extreme Sports Café Receives Boost from Ignition

South West asset finance provider, Ignition, has assisted a new café in Chivenor, Barnstaple, North Devon with the purchase of a commercial coffee machine and grinder.

Point Break has been designed as a hub for thrill-seekers, with an exciting, extreme sports theme. Its three owners, Rob J, Rob and Jodie, are parachuting, skiing, snowboarding, mountaineering, surfing and sky-diving...

Bovey Castle takes crown for Large Hotel of the Year at South West Tourism Excellence Awards

A five-star hotel in Devon has been crowned the South West’s best after coming out on top at a major regional awards ceremony.

Bovey Castle has won the gold award for Large Hotel of the Year in South West Tourism Excellence Awards, with over 300 delegates attending the event in the Great Hall at the University of Exeter.

The hotel, which is part of the Eden Hotel Collection...

Optimizing Operations: Industrial Storage Solutions for Large Kitchens

In the bustling environment of large-scale kitchens, efficient storage systems play a pivotal role in maintaining smooth operations, ensuring seamless workflow, and optimizing productivity. Among the array of storage solutions available, industrial systems stand out for their capacity to accommodate the diverse needs of these dynamic environments. From storing perishable ingredients to...

Three solicitors from The Family Law Company

Two newly qualified lawyers for family law specialist

The Family Law Company is pleased to announce two trainees have completed their training and are now fully qualified solicitors.

Melissa Mitchell and Jasmine Galvin have very different backgrounds that have brought them into law.

For Melissa, who had a successful career in training and education, this has been a huge step change later in life. The move was informed by her own...

Auctioneering team wearing white gloves

Rare white glove sale at Chilcotts

Chilcotts Auctioneers were thrilled with the results from their most recent sale of Jewellery, Watches, Silver and Gold Coins, where every single lot was sold.

This is known as a ‘white glove’ sale, quite a rarity in the auction world, where generally it’s expected that a percentage of lots in every auction will not meet their reserve.

When Duncan Chilcott realised the sale...

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